Manufacturer: Lekar Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition : Metronidazole(200mg)
Strip of 15 Tablet
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Metrogyl 200 Tablet helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This medicine is best taken after eating some food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but do not stop taking it until you have finished a full course of treatment, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine and for a few days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
Metronidazole diffuses into the organism, inhibits protein synthesis by interacting with DNA, and causes a loss of helical DNA structure and strand breakage. Therefore, it causes cell death in susceptible organisms
The majority of metronidazole and its metabolites are excreted in urine and faeces, with less than 12% excreted unchanged in urine. The pharmacokinetics of metronidazole are unaffected by acute or chronic renal failure, haemodialysis, continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis, age, pregnancy or enteric disease
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Metallic taste
meningitis not due to an infection.
low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils.
alcoholism.
alcohol intoxication.
a low seizure threshold.
a painful condition that affects the nerves in the legs and arms called peripheral neuropathy.
prolonged QT interval on EKG.
seizures.
Metrogyl 200 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol while taking Metrogyl 200 Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Metrogyl 200 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Metrogyl 200 Tablet is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
Metronidazole is indicated for the treatment of confirmed trichomoniasis caused by Trichomonas vaginalis (except for in the first trimester of pregnancy) and the patient's sexual partners, bacterial vaginosis 16, certain types of amebiasis, and various anaerobic infections
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. ...
Some products that may interact with this drug include: alcohol-containing products (such as cough and cold syrups, aftershave), products containing propylene glycol, lopinavir/ritonavir solution, lithium.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Metrogyl 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Metrogyl 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Metrogyl 200 Tablet treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Metrogyl 200 Tablet used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metrogyl 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Q. How long does Metrogyl 200 Tablet take to work?
Usually, Metrogyl 200 Tablet starts working within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Metrogyl 200 Tablet. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while using Metrogyl 200 Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metrogyl 200 Tablet. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (disulfiram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.
Q. Can the use of Metrogyl 200 Tablet cause metallic taste?
Yes, Metrogyl 200 Tablet may cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by staying hydrated, brushing teeth after the meals and chewing sugar-free gum or mints.
Q. What if I take more than the recommended dose of Metrogyl 200 Tablet?
If you have taken Metrogyl 200 Tablet in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Metrogyl 200 Tablet may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.
